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“Doesn’t she know how tax refunds work?”. That’s what I heard repeatedly from folks I visited this past week while traveling my nine-county congressional district. They were referencing a Democratic presidential candidate from California who – like others in her party and many media “experts” – shamelessly peddled the claim that smaller tax refunds means higher taxes. It was quickly debunked. The Washington Post called the claim “misleading and nonsensical.” My constituents here in Texas know: Y...
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USA Business Radio The crowded field for the Democratic Party’s nomination for President in 2020 is leading to desperate actions by some of them to mislead voters in order to get votes. That’s the argument by Congressman Kevin Brady (R-TX) who is one of the most influential members of Congress and was an architect of the tax reform that has profoundly — and positively — impacted the economy. Sen. Kamala Harris (D-CA) recently stated in a tweet, “The average tax refund is down about $170 compared...
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Leading House Republican Provides Trump SOTU Preview Through the Lens of Tax Cuts USA Daily Review Ahead of President Trump’s State of the Union, Rep. Brady discussed the positive impacts the GOP Tax Cuts have had on our economy. Rep. Brady emphasized that, thanks to the GOP Tax Cuts, the State of our Economy is strong: “When it comes to the economy, the State of the Union is strong. It’s been just over a year since we’ve had this new tax code and I think it’s performed better than expected.” “T...
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USA Business Radio Today’s jobs report from the Department of Labor continues to point to a growing and robust economy: “Total nonfarm payroll employment increased by 304,000 in January, compared with an average monthly gain of 223,000 in 2018. In January, employment grew in several industries, including leisure and hospitality, construction, health care, and transportation and warehousing. There were no discernible impacts of the partial federal government shutdown on the estimates of employme...
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The Daily Blaze House Ways and Means Committee Chairman Kevin Brady (R-TX) released the following statement after the House passed legislation to redesign the Internal Revenue Service: “This is the first major step in over 20 years to transform the IRS and I applaud my Republican and Democrat colleagues for passing this bold package. These proposals will offer clarity and certainty to taxpayers by reigning in enforcement powers, calling for modernization of its IT infrastructure, and refocusing ...
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The Affordable Care Act was hastily written by Democrats behind closed doors and stuffed with special interest giveaways that drove up health care costs for millions of working Americans. It’s been a disaster since its partisan and unpopular inception, and this recent ruling on its unconstitutionality is not surprising. Should the courts uphold this decision both parties should start over, working together to make health care truly affordable, making sure patients can see local doctors and be tr...
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USA Business Radio States across the country are beating revenue expectations as the new fiscal year begins, according to a survey released by the National Association of State Budget Officers (NASBO). As reported by the Wall Street Journal, this survey from NASBO shows states’ expanding revenues are the result of “gains pegged to the expanding economy and help from the federal tax overhaul.” The GOP tax cuts, the first major overhaul of the federal tax code in 31 years, continue to expand the U...
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As published in The Daily Blaze Today, House Ways and Means Committee Chairman Kevin Brady (R-TX) released the following statement after introduction of a retooled tax relief package that is led by crucial disaster tax relief, enhancements to retirement and savings accounts, relief from various Obamacare taxes, bold IRS reform, and other tax provisions: “It’s irresponsible to wait until next year to deliver crucial tax relief for families in 14 states and territories struggling to recover from d...
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CONROE, TX - George H.W. Bush was a courageous war hero, Texas Congressman, an Ambassador, Director of the CIA, Vice President, and President of the United States. But I believe he would say his favorite title was husband to his beloved Bar, and greatest accomplishment was in raising children who serve their nation with equal dedication and patriotism. Our country and our state have lost a man of honor who leaves a legacy of love and service for his nation and his family. Cathy and I extend our ...
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When not working in Washington I get to work in the district, listening and learning about the concerns of constituents. One of the highlights of the last few weeks was visiting the new state-of-the-art Career and Technology Center at Willis ISD. Director Travis Utecht gave me a tour and I was impressed by the facility and the dedication of the instructors. Institutions like this are a vital part of helping students prepare for the 21stCentury American economy. It’s great to have a world-class e...
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ICMYI: Yesterday, I joined Farmers for Free Trade at the #Rally4USMCA with my colleagues from both parties to urge Congress to pass the USMCA, ASAP!
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